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Home My WebLink About20233146.tiffEsther Gesick To: Cc: Subject: Elizabeth Relford Houstan Aragon RE: 10/16 Resolutions/Docs From: Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weld.gov> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 11:11 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Houstan Aragon <haragon@weld.gov> Subject: RE: 10/16 Resolutions/Docs Esther, I think this was in between when Apps were required to be on the BOCC agenda. See the attached letter. � Thanks, Elizabeth From: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 10:24 AM To: Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weld.gov> Cc: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>; Houstan Aragon <haragon@weld.gov> Subject: RE: 10/16 Resolutions/Docs Elizabeth - Do you know if this came before the Board, or some other submittal process? Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 758/Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weld.gov> Sent: Sunday, October 15, 2023 7:12 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>; Bruce Barker <bbarker@weld.gov>; CTB <CTB@co.weld.co.us> Cc: Karin McDougal <kmcdougal@weld.gov>; Byron Howell <bhowell@weld.gov>; Mike Bedell <mbedell@weld.gov>; Don Dunker <ddunker@weld.gov>; Curtis Hall <chall@weld.gov>; Cheryl Pattelli <cpattelli@weld.gov>; Chris D'Ovidio <cdovidio@weld.gov>; Ryan Rose <rrose@weld.gov> Subject: RE: 10/16 Resolutions/Docs Hi Esther, Comp-A,'co,* a(tS 1O%S /23 2023-3146 Moog I I believe the attachment is a copy of the application that was submitted for this project. I'm sure I could get a copy from the NFRMPO if you would like a copy of for the record. Thanks, Elizabeth From: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 3:37 PM To: Bruce Barker <bbarker@weld.gov>; Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weld.gov>; CTB <CTB@co.weld.co.us> Cc: Karin McDougal <kmcdougal@weld.gov>; Byron Howell <bhowell@weld.gov>; Mike Bedell <mbedell@weld.gov>; Don Dunker <ddunker@weld.gov>; Curtis Hall <chall@weld.gov>; Cheryl Pattelli <cpattelli@weld.gov>; Chris D'Ovidio <cdovidio@weld.gov>; Ryan Rose <rrose@weld.gov> Subject: RE: 10/16 Resolutions/Docs Elizabeth and Bruce, Based on records research to piece both of these scenarios together, we added the corresponding dates and Resolution numbers to clarify the timeline and how it all ties together. We weren't able to locate an application for the NFRMPO STBG Grant but based that upon a copy of the award letter dated 3/8/2019. Please give these Resolutions a final review. I will also need the contact information in order to send copies of the Resolutions. Thanks! Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street'P.O. Box 758IGreeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. 2 Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Project Application 2018 Call for Projects NFRMPO ' ORTH l� ME�LgOvplliPiN O GnN�I2Gt1ON Project Sponsor Agency: Weld County Applicant Agency Contact: D.Anderson Information Telephone: 970-400-3736 Email Address: dranderson@weldgov.com Mailing Address: P.O. Box 758 City: Greeley State: Zip Code: CO 80632 Additional Financial Sponsors (if applicable): Town of Eaton Project Description Project Name (160 -character limit): Roundabout at WCR 74 and WCR 33 Jurisdiction(s): Weld County Project Limits (to and from): approx. 660' from intersection in all directions (N, S, E, W) Project Length (miles): n/a Is this part of an ongoing project? If so, please describe: no Project Description: Weld County has programmed funds to install a single -lane modern roundabout at the intersection of WCR 74 and WCR 33 in unincorporated Weld County. This location is currently a 4 -leg intersection with one through lane in each direction and stop control on the north -south movements (WCR 33). There is a high volume of heavy trucks using this intersection; and WCR 74 is posted with a 55 mph speed limit, which makes for fast-moving traffic and large speed differentials creating unsafe conditions within the intersection. Stop -delay is relatively high for north/south traffic and is expected to increase. Traffic counts are growing at a rate of 4-6%/year in this area. The installation of a roundabout would address future intersection capacity issues and provide significant safety and air quality benefits. Project Planning Which 2040 Regionally Significant Corridor is the project on? WCR 74 (RSC 24) How does the project fit with the 2040 NFRMPO Regional Transportation Plan Corridor Vision? The project is consistent with and supports the objectives of the corridor vision. RSC Vision 24 (Harmony Road/WCR 74) states that the vision for this corridor is to "increase mobility as well as to maintain system quality and improve safety." It is well documented that roundabouts can decrease vehicle delays and significantly increase safety by reducing injury and fatal accidents. 2045 Goals, Objectives, Performance Measures, and Targets MPO Goal(s) Project Impact (Please attach any relevant data) Mobility please see supplemental sheet Operations please see supplemental sheet Economic Development please see supplemental sheet Performance Measure(s) - Identify at least one federally required measure Project Impact (Please attach any relevant data) Highway Safety please see supplemental sheet Freight Movement please see supplemental sheet Emissions please see supplemental sheet Safety Time Period of Crash Data Number of Fatality Crashes, Serious Injury Crashes, and Total Crashes: 1 fatal crash - 1 fatality, 4 injured persons - rear end / stopped (at least three years): vehide / head-on (offset) CY2014 - CY2016 injury crashes - 1 injured person each accident - both broadside crashes due to failure to yield 4 property damage only (PDO) accidents Data Source: Colorado State Patrol & Weld County accident reports (DiExSys software/data) ADT on facility (if intersection, please provide ADT on all legs): WCR 74 (west leg = 5066 vph, 18% trucks; east leg = 5203, 19%) / WCR 31 (north leg = 3955, 19%; south leg = 1411, 13%) Time Period of ADT: WCR 74 (2017) / WCR 33 (2018) Data Source: Weld County Describe the type of crashes that are occurring (rear -end, broadside etc.) and to what extent the project will address these issues. Please add any additional safety information that is not reflected in the data: Broadside and rear -end crashes are the most prevalent accidents at the intersection. The fatal accident occurred on WCR 74. Three vehicles were involved. A WB vehicle 1 rear -ended WB vehicle 2 stopped to turn left (south). Vehicle 2 was pushed into the oncoming lane and collided with an EB vehicle 3. The two injury accidents were caused by vehicles on WCR 31 failing to yield to vehicles on WCR 74. For this location, the accident rate is significantly higher than expected (see attached charts). Roundabouts are particularly effective in reducing and even eliminating fatal and injury accidents by reducing the potential vehicle -vehicle conflicts, especially those that are more severe like head-ons and broadsides. Mobility Please describe how the project improves mobility. Roundabouts promote a continuous flow of traffic. Traffic is required to yield but not stop unless necessary. At the WCR 74/33 intersection, a roundabout will decrease stop delay for vehicles on the north -south intersection approaches and on the east -west approaches (compared to a future condition with a signalized intersection or all -way stop control). Freight -carrying heavy trucks and vehicles impacted by their movement will benefit from reduced delays and more efficient operations by eliminating difficult right-angle turns. System Preservation Pavement Condition Index Type: OCI - Overall Condition Index - ASTM D6433 Please describe the pavement condition and how this project will impact / address system preservation. The pavement condition at this intersection is currently good/fair with minimal cracking and rutting. WCR 33 is fair with an OCI of 70 while WCR 74 is good with an OCI of 80. In 2016, Weld County completed deflection testing on both legs of this intersection. The results from this test showed that WCR 33 had a life span of 7 years while WCR 74 had 9 nine years. Funding for this Call for Projects aligns with the needs of system preservation for this intersection. Additionally, Weld County will ensure the pavement for the new roundabout will remain in good condition by designing appropriately for heavy trucks and by committing to long-term maintenance of the intersection. Heavy trucks on WCR 74 will not be required to stop as often with a roundabout configuration compared to a conventional layout, which will reduce rutting at the east -west intersection approaches. Partnerships If other agencies or organizations are partnering with you on this project, please list and describe each agency's role and the status of any agreements (e.g. ROW donations or easements): The Town of Eaton is partnering with Weld County on this important roundabout project at WCR 74/33. Eaton has provided a letter of support (attached) for this project and has committed to contributing $22,696 as local match based on the Weld County and Eaton small community and small community set aside targets. The project is outside Eaton's current town limits, so Weld County will be responsible for all phases of implementation and long-term maintenance. Residents and businesses in the Town of Eaton will benefit from the safety and mobility benefits a roundabout will bring to this location. Economic Development Please describe qualitatively how the project supports economic develoment: Roundabouts decrease vehicle delay compared to other types of intersections, resulting in a more efficient transportation system for the movement of people and goods. Further, they accommodate heavy trucks well if properly designed. Trucks must currently make difficult right-angle turns at this location which significantly impedes their progress and delays other vehicles as well. The roundabout will benefit economic development in the surrounding communities by providing distinct safety and mobility benefits for goods movements over other types of intersection configurations. In terms of quality of life, residents of Weld County, the Town of Eaton, and other communities in the area will benefit from lower travel times, decreased ozone precursor and other emission, more efficient freight movements, investment in infrastructure, and less delay due to heavy trucks that the roundabout will provide. Source Funding FY2022 FY2023 Total Federal Request STBG $ 0 $ 1,091,818 $ 1,091,818 Local Match Weld Co $ 0 $ 204,266 $ 204,266 Town of Eaton $ 0 $ 22,696 $ 22,696 Weld Co (FY20) $ 0 $ 100,000 $ 100,000 Other Funding / Weld Co (FY21) $ 0 $ 100,000 $ 100,000 Local Overmatch Weld Co (FY22) $ 0 $ 1,230,000 $ 1,230,000 Weld Co (FY23) $ 0 $ 1,953,423 $ 1,953,423 Total Project Cost $ 4,702,203 Total Local Funding $ 3,610,385 Total STBG Funding Request $ 1,091,818 Operations If the completed project will generate the need for operational funds, please describe the estimated annual cost and the status and source of funding for operations: No operational funds are requested for this project. A roundabout at this location will have significantly lower operational needs compared to a conventional intersection configuration. Weld County commits to long-term project maintenance (e.g., landscaping, striping, pavement) and operations (e.g., lighting, signs). Environmental Considerations Which type of environmental clearance is anticipated? (Categorical Exclusion, Environmental Assessment, Environmental Impact Statement): A Categorical Exclusion is anticipated for this project based on its rural location and FHWA's acknowledgment that roundabouts are considered traffic operations improvements under 23 CFR 771.117(c)(27), which means the project meets the criteria for Categorical Exclusions and normally do not require further NEPA approvals by the FHWA. Anticipated Project Milestone Dates Month -Year (or N/A) Completion of CDOT/Sponsor IGA (Intergovermental Agreement) (Minimum of 6-8 months) 12/2019 FIR (Field Inspection Review) (Minimum of 3-12 months) 12/2020 FOR (Final Office Review) (Minimum of 3 months) 12/2021 Utility Clearance (Minimum of 1 month) 12/2022 Right -of -Way Clearance (Minimum of 12-18 months if acquiring) 12/2022 Environmental Clearance (Minimum of 6-8 months) 12/2021 Advertisement Date (Minimum of 3 months) Attachments 12/2022 ❑✓ Project location map 2✓ Detailed cost estimate per unit (if applicable) and by phase �✓ Resolutions of support and letters of approval Applications due December 21, 2018 by 5:00 PM to Medora Kealy at mkealy@nfrmpo.org Hello